My Camera and I
Marie Le Moigne – “ELLE que j’appelle JE (She whom I call I)”/ France
The image taken by Marie Le Moigne impressed the judges with its intermixture of text, subject, scene, tonality, and mood to reveal an intimate self-portrait and inner journey. The result shows how the camera can be a powerful tool for self-expression and interpersonal dialog.
Le Moigne is an established visual artist and teacher of design and applied arts, who has an extensive exhibit portfolio and record. According to her submission statement, her artistic practice “…explores the bridges between visual arts and literature.” Additionally, she often “engages and reflects on societal issues such as feminism, the body, and memory through publications and design journals.”